by Simon Jollands | Boat Maintenance, Preparation, Yacht ownership
It is quite common to find cracks in the gelcoat when inspecting the deck and superstructure of a GRP boat. A trained eye will be able to inspect these and know whether they are purely cosmetic or of structural concern. It is important to differentiate between a...
by Simon Jollands | Boat Maintenance, Preparation, Yacht ownership
Leaking decks are perceived as a nuisance by some boat owners, who are often prepared to put up with them and turn a blind eye – “That’s boats for you!”. The reason for this might simply be explained because many boats are only used when the weather...